Sunderland are preparing for their huge FA Cup match against Newcastle at the Stadium of Light – with multiple players unavailable for both sides.
It will be the first time the two clubs have met since March 2016 - a Premier League fixture which finished 1-1 at St James’ Park.
Sunderland should go into Saturday’s fixture with confidence following a 2-0 win over Preston on New Year’s Day in Michael Beale’s fourth game in charge. Newcastle, meanwhile, have suffered three successive league defeats, with Eddie Howe’s side losing 4-2 against Liverpool last time out.
Here’s the latest Sunderland and Newcastle injury and team news ahead of their meeting at the Stadium of Light:
17. Javier Manquillo (Newcastle) - OUT
Manquillo hasn't been in Newcastle's matchday squad since October while recovering from a a groin injury. Photo: LINDSEY PARNABY
18. Sandro Tonali (Newcastle) - OUT
The midfielder was given a 10-month ban from football in October after breaching Italian betting regulations. Photo: Stu Forster